Achieving proper exposure consistently frame after frame can be a daunting task. You have to keep your eye on the subject and, at the same time, pay attention to all the other camera functions. It’s not an easy proposition, especially if your subject is moving!

This program will demystify exposure and show you how to maximize your “keepers” in one of the automatic modes or shooting manually.

To help you manage your exposures, we’ll explain a tool called the “Histogram” that will allow you to have far more control over exposure than you have ever imagined.

We’ll talk about what the light meter in your camera does and what it can’t do, so you’re better prepared to make adjustments BEFORE you take a picture. We’ll give you the confidence to look at a scene and have a better idea of what types of adjustments you can make to preserve every bit of detail possible.

Whether automatic exposure or manual exposure, it doesn’t matter — this investment of your time will improve your photography and is worthwhile to attend, even for seasoned pros.

What you will learn:

• The importance of managing highlights, mid-tones and shadows

• Dave’s menu favorites for managing contrast

• How in-camera metering works and when you need to step in to adjust it